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WebA Note From Our Recipe Tester Ingredients Vegetable oil, for frying 3 medium green, unripe plantains 1 tablespoon garlic paste 6 …

Rating: 4.4/5(365)
Calories: 620 per serving

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WebSteps 1 Peel the plantains, cut them into 1 1/2-inch slices, soak them in salty water for 15 minutes, drain them and dry them before …

Cuisine: CaribbeanCategory: Side DishServings: 4Total Time: 20 mins1. Peel the plantains, cut them into 1 1/2-inch slices, soak them in salty water for 15 minutes, drain them and dry them before putting them on the hot skillet with oil.
2. Fry them for about 12 minutes at medium-low heat or until they turn light brown. Make sure to turn them. Do not brown them too much, so they are easy to mash. Stick a fork in them to check if they are done.
3. Remove them and mash them on a mortar. Add some mashed garlic and pieces of chicharrón.
4. Once you have mashed all the plantains, mold them into the shape of half sphere using your hands or a container. Serve hot with chicken broth or your favorite meat.

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WebIn a frying pan, add about 1 cup of oil. Heat the oil to medium heat. Fry the plantain pieces on both sides. Plantains should look golden yellow/brown and cooked …

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WebPrepare boiling water with a dash of salt. Boil: Cook in boiling water until plantains are tender (about ten minutes) Mash: Plantains in large mixing bowl and set aside. Cook: 3 …

Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins

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WebDirections Heat canola oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mash the garlic with the olive oil in a …

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Total Time: 30 minsServings: 2Calories: 726 per serving1. Heat canola oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mash the garlic with the olive oil in a mortar and pestle. Combine garlic mixture with the pork rinds in a large bowl; set aside.
2. Fry the plantain chunks until golden and crispy, but not brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer the fried plantains into the bowl with the garlic mixture. Toss to coat. Mash the coated plantains with the mortar and pestle until smooth. Season with salt. Roll the plantain mixture into two large balls or several small balls before serving.

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WebStanding over the stove, taking in the huge waft of salami perfume when it hits the hot oil in the pan, I combine the Gallo chub salami with my own take on mofongo dressing. I …

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WebTo eat stored mofongo, heat in a frying pan with oil or butter and serve. Mofongo Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Total Time 50 minutes Ingredients 2 tablespoons of oil 3 unriped plantains 4 cloves of …

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WebMofongo Puerto Rican Style Plantains Stacey 4.20 from 5 votes Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 40 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Course gluten free, grain free, paleo Cuisine Puerto

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WebMofongo Dressing with Salami Brings a Bit of Puerto Rico and My Grandmother to the Family Table Chunks of hard salami add a salty-tangy edge and toothsome texture to …

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WebPuerto Rican Style Stuffed Chicken, Drumstick or Breast (Muslo De Pollo O Pechuga Rellena) - 1 breast (4" x 3" x 3/4") Calories: 466. Net Carbs: 16g. Protein: 62g. Fat: 15g. …

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WebA Southern Puerto Rican explores food culture on her culinary journey. Cart 0. Home Cookbooks Spices Recipes Archive Search. Press & Work Services Support About …

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WebEasy Mofongo Recipe Prep Time: 35 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Authentic Mofongo recipe from Puerto Rico made with fried and …

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WebBring the pan/skillet to a rolling boil, stir and, cover with a lid and allow to simmer on medium heat for 20 minutes (if the liquid evaporates too much add a splash of …

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WebCalabaza is fairly low carb and can be used instead of potatoes, but you have to be careful because if you overcook it it will disintegrate. You can purposely overcook it to make a …

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WebPreheat oven to 400 degrees. Rub chicken with chili powder & corriander. Microwave cauliflower rice following directions (I buy the frozen cauliflower rice).

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WebExplore Authentic Puerto Rican Recipes Mofongo with all the useful information below including suggestions, reviews, top brands, and related recipes, and more. Vegetarian …

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WebWhile the plantain is soaking, finish cooking the bacon and place the bacon fat in a heat resistant cup to use later while smashing the plantains. Using a pilon or …

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you eat mofongo?

To eat stored mofongo, heat in a frying pan with oil or butter and serve. Heat up oil on the frying pan with bacon, garlic and simmer until brown. Remove from the pan. Chop plantains in thick slices and fry until golden (about 4 minutes) and dry on a paper towel. Put the garlic and bacon paste in a mixing bowl or mortar and add the fried plantains.

How do you cook plantains in mofongo?

In this version I call for margarine to be mixed into the mofongo before serving; this isn’t traditional, but it’s a tip I picked up from a famous Puerto Rican restaurant. Heat the oil in a large saute pan or large, deep skillet over medium heat to 350 degrees F. Fry the plantains in 2 batches until golden brown on each side, 3 to 5 minutes.

How do you make mofongo?

To make mofongo, the plantains are sliced and fried until tender, and then mashed with garlic paste and pork cracklings. The mixture can either be formed into balls or a half-dome shape. Mofongo is traditionally mashed in a mortar and pestle, but you can use a potato masher if you don't have one.

What is plantain mofongo?

Traditional Plantain Mofongo. Cuba has fufu de plátano and The Dominican Republic has mangú. The dish most likely has its origin in African cuisine. Enslaved people brought a dish called foo foo or fufu with them, which is made in the same manner from various mashed starchy vegetables such as yams, cassava, and plantains.

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